unctuous
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Give me tart vinegars and grassy, unctuous oils — infused with almonds, pistachios and lots of fresh, bright herbs.
From Salon • May 31, 2025
His duke is a spasm of nervous tics and shifty glances, of unctuous charm and feigned candor.
From New York Times • Apr. 8, 2024
He suspects he’s always the butt of a joke — from his snarky son, from the unctuous staffers at the Mayo, from the woman renting him an RV for the Rushmore trip.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2023
That combination of pop from the tiny mustard seeds; the unctuous, melty fat of the salami; and the peppery hot flavors is, for 30 seconds, my idea of heaven.
From Washington Post • Feb. 24, 2023
Varys slithered to his feet, smiling in that unctuous way he had.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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